In a video uploaded to Instagram on Wednesday, Jam said that he initially supported Trump because he believed the candidate would be better for the economy. He then added that Hinchcliffe referring to Puerto Rico as 'a floating island of garbage' had crossed a line.
Jam said to his 43.5 million followers, 'Never in my life did I think that a comedian would speak poorly of my country. For that reason, I renounce my support of Donald Trump and I step aside on all political matters. Puerto Rico deserves respect.'
Hinchcliffe's comments sparked outcry in Puerto Rican communities across the country, including in swing states like Pennsylvania and North Carolina. The Trump campaign has since attempted to distance itself from the comedian.
In taking a stand, high-profile Puerto Rican artists including Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin and Jennifer Lopez have taken to social media to decry Hinchcliffe's remarks, while also sharing a Harris campaign video criticizing Trump's 2017 response to Hurricane Maria.
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